Where to go on holiday in 2014: top ten countries

The top 10 countries to visit next year, as chosen by Lonely Planet. 10. Malaysia Why? "Malaysia is rolling out an array of new attractions. The headline-grabbers are the largest bird park in Southeast Asia in Melaka, and Legoland Malaysia and Hello Kitty Land in Nusajaya, which are packing in both locals and Singaporeans flocking across the causeway. The new second terminal at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA2), catering mainly to budget airlines, is another factor in attracting visitors. Amazing experiences await in Malaysian Borneo, from exploring off-the-beaten- track Kudat to indulging at the luxurious Gaya Island Resort on Pulau Gaya." Read more Malaysia: the road to Penang Malaysia on a plate Malaysia's unsung islands More information at www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations